AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2001-02546A
ADDENDUM TO RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: 01-02546A INDEX CODE: 107.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO ______________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: In the applicant’s request for reconsideration, he requests that he be considered for supplemental promotion consideration to the grade of master sergeant for cycle 01E7, with inclusion of the Air Force Achievement Medal with...
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2001-02613
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: 01-02613 INDEX CODE: 110.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His undesirable discharge be upgraded to honorable. He was 17 years old at the time he enlisted. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT: The pertinent military records of the...
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2001-02617
On the applicant’s Commander’s Review Record it clearly states the student should be disenrolled from training and should not be considered for reinstatement at a later date. When he applied for Undergraduate Flying Training (UFT) in 1995, he stated on the AF 215 and he informed his chain of command that he had been eliminated from the T-41 in 1994. The majority also does not understand the applicant’s failure to wear his glasses while in training which was clearly not the fault of the Air Force.
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2001-02803
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: 01-02803 INDEX CODE: 110.02 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: Her reenlistment code (RE) be changed so she may enlist and her rank on her DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, be changed to reflect SrA (E-4) or at the minimum, A1C (E-3). The DPPAE evaluation is at...
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2001-02836
If one member of a crew receives the DFC all members should. The AFPC/DPPPR evaluation is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT’S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: Applicant states that in 1944 he and others were selected to be lead crew and would receive the DFC upon completion of 30 missions. He states that AFPC has erred in their recommendation and that he should be granted the medal as well as the recognition of a certificate.
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2001-02850
He contends that he has been incapacitated since Jan 98 and should have received incapacitation pay from 7 Apr 98, after his active duty status was terminated, until 22 May 01, his date of separation from the ANG. We note that in Oct 98, some nine months after he was injured, an LOD was conducted regarding the applicant’s knee injuries certifying he was incapacitated, resulting in his entitlement to incapacitation pay for the period 7 Oct 98 to 30 Mar 99. ...
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2001-02874
On 9 Mar 00, his commander determined that he committed one or more of the offense alleged and imposed punishment that consisted of reduction to the grade of airman first class with a date of rank and effective date of 9 Mar 00, and, reduction to the grade or airman. DPPAE states that the RE code assigned at the time of his discharge was correct and he has not satisfactorily indicated that the RE code was inappropriate or not in compliance with Air Force policy. We find no evidence of...
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2001-02883
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: 01-02883 INDEX CODE: 111.01, 131.01 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: The Professional Military Education (PME) recommendations on his Officer Performance Reports (OPRs), closing 19 Mar 94 and 25 Nov 94, be changed from Intermediate Service School (ISS) to Senior Service School (SSS). The...
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2001-02928
AFBCMR 01-02928 MEMORANDUM OF CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION BEFORE THE AFBCMR SUBJECT: APPLICANT Having carefully reviewed this application, we agree with the recommendation of the Air Force office of primary responsibility and adopt the rationale expressed as the basis for our decision that the applicant has been the victim of either an error or an injustice. Therefore, under the authority delegated in AFI 36-2603, the applicant's records will be corrected as set forth in the accompanying...
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2001-02959
Other Air Force Security veterans with whom he served in Vietnam went through the same combat and received the “V” device. Seven days were considered time lost to the government. Since the applicant only provided documentation that shows his assignment to Det 1, 377 ABW, this unit’s awards are the only ones to which they can verify the applicant is entitled.
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2001-02981
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: 01-02981 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: He be awarded a 10% increase in his retired pay (retroactive to his date of retirement) based on extraordinary heroism in connection with receiving the Airman’s Medal. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS...
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2001-03051A
_________________________________________________________________ STATEMENT OF FACTS: On June 18, 2002, the Air Force Board for Correction of Military Records (AFBCMR) considered and denied an application pertaining to the subject applicant, in which he requested that his conviction by summary court-martial be expunged from his records; the nonjudicial punishment under Article 15, imposed on 17 Jun 97, be set aside and removed from his records; the letters of reprimand (LORs) dated 1 Feb 99...
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2001-03128
The IO further noted that any alleged lack of a succession plan may be evidence of a management problem, but in itself is not a sufficient force management reason to non-retain personnel. The report is appended at Exhibit G. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: NGB/JA reviewed applicant's request and recommends approval of his request for reinstatement in the ANG and that he receives all back pay and allowances. Based on the above...
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2001-03406
On 14 February 2001, the commander notified the applicant that he was recommending his discharge with an entry-level separation for a condition that interferes with military service, specifically, for a mental disorder. The AFPC/DPPRS evaluation is at Exhibit C. The BCMR Medical Consultant recommends the application be denied and states, in part, that the applicant’s records document an unsuiting adjustment disorder and a history of mood disorder, possibly bipolar disorder existing prior to...
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2001-03419
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: 01-03419 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: The separation code of KBK on his DD Form 214 and reflected in the personnel system be changed to MBK _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: After his separation from active duty on 28 January 2001, he...
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2001-03442
_________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: On 17 April 2002, the applicant provided additional information, with attachments, to support her appeal. Applicant’s complete submission is at Exhibit D. _________________________________________________________________ ADDITIONAL AIR FORCE EVALUATION: HQ AFPC/DPW stated that the applicant was erroneously charged for SGLI for the period of 20 Feb 98 to 31 Mar 01. In their opinion,...
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2001-03465
_______________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: HQ AFPC/DPW recommends denial of the applicant’s request to restore his time lost. The complete evaluation is at Exhibit D. HQ AFPC/DPPPWB recommends that the applicant’s date of rank (DOR) to both A1C and SrA be adjusted accordingly if his request to restore lost time is granted. In view of the above findings we recommend the lost time be removed from applicant’s records.
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2001-03595
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: 01-03595 INDEX CODE: 115.02 COUNSEL: Anthony W. Walluk HEARING DESIRED: Yes _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: He be reinstated into Joint Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training (JSUPT) and be reentered into a pilot training program. As a result of these actions and errors committed at Vance AFB, OK, he was denied a reasonable...
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2001-03610
A complete copy of the Medical Consultant’s evaluation is at Exhibit C. AFPC/DPPD recommended denial, indicating that a review of the disability processing records does not show any variances from normal procedures for a member in the Air Force Disability Evaluation System (DES). Applicant’s complete response, with attachment, is at Exhibit G. _________________________________________________________________ ADDITIONAL AIR FORCE EVALUATION: DFAS-POCC indicated that their records show that...
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2001-03623
The remaining relevant facts pertaining to this application, extracted from the applicant’s military records, are contained in the letters prepared by the appropriate office of the Air Force at Exhibits B, and E. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: HQ AFPC/DPW recommends the application be denied due to lack of sufficient evidence to support the applicant’s claim. It is DPW’s opinion that the Maxwell AFB leadership took adequate steps as...
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2001-03667
She married on 6 October 2001 and was unable to update this form before her separation date on 16 November 2001. We took notice of the applicant's complete submission in judging the merits of the case; however, we agree with the opinion and recommendation of the Air Force and adopt their rationale as the basis for our conclusion that the applicant has not been the victim of an error or injustice. Exhibit D. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 30 August & 20 September 2002.
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2001-03678
The AFBCMR Medical Consultant opines that, if the applicant’s aortic valve is verified as normal based on repeat evaluation, the applicant’s request should be approved. The HQ AFPC/DPPRS evaluation is at Exhibit D. HQ AFPC/DPPPWB stated that, as a result of the applicant’s enlistment in the grade of airman basic on 22 Sep 99, she would have met the minimum six months time-in-grade (TIG) requirement for promotion to airman (E-2) on 22 Mar 00, and the 10 months TIG requirement for promotion...
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2002-00008
He was assured by his recruiter, prior to his enlistment, that given his prior service and rank, it should not be a problem for him to be able to enlist in the Air Force as an E-4. When he enlisted he noticed that the contract listed his enlistment grade as E-2. To enlist in a grade previously held in a branch of service other than the Regular Air Force, individuals must meet specific Total Active Military Service (TAFMS) requirements that are equitable within the Air Force promotion system.
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2002-00038
Public Law (PL) 92-425, which established the SBP on 21 September 1972, authorized an 18-month enrollment period for retired members to elect SBP coverage. There were no provisions in the laws during either of these open enrollment periods requiring the Services to notify a spouse if the member did not enroll. We took notice of the applicant's complete submission in judging the merits of the case; however, we agree with the opinion and recommendation of the Air Force and adopt their...
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2002-00040A
In the alternative, if the Board elects to not reinstate him to the grade of staff sergeant, he be promoted to the grade of senior airman so that he may separate and join the Air Force Reserves. The following documentary evidence was considered: Exhibit F. Record of Proceedings, dated 27 Aug 02, w/atchs. THOMAS S. MARKIEWICZ Vice Chair AFBCMR 02-00040 MEMORANDUM FOR THE CHIEF OF STAFF Having received and considered the recommendation of the Air Force Board for Correction of Military...
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2002-00054
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: 02-00054 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His Under Other than Honorable Conditions (UOTHC) discharge be upgraded. Further, we may base our decision on matters of equity and clemency rather than simply on whether rules and regulations which existed at the time were followed. ...
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2002-00065
However, he has just discovered that his 1999 survivor benefit election was listed as “having not been received.” In support of his request, the applicant submits a personal statement, copies of medical records and additional documents associated with the issues cited in his contentions. The remaining relevant facts pertaining to this application, extracted from the applicant’s military records, are contained in the letter prepared by the appropriate office of the Air Force at Exhibit...
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2002-00078
_________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: When he remarried on 12 Mar 99, he advised ARPC of his change in marital status and was never counseled by ARPC that he had a year to cancel his SBP benefit coverage on his new spouse. Member stated he contacted ARPC after his remarriage and was not counseled that he had one year to cancel his RCSBP benefit. The ARPC/DPS evaluation is at Exhibit...
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2002-00173
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: 02-00173 INDEX NUMBER: 131.00 XXXXXXXXXXX COUNSEL: None XXX-XX-XXXX HEARING DESIRED: No _______________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His records be corrected to show that he was commissioned as a first lieutenant vice second lieutenant upon his entry into the Air Force. He also provides a copy of the letter advising him that he would be...
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2002-00208
In support of his application, he provided a personal statement and a copy of his separation documentation. The AFPC/DPPAE evaluation is at Exhibit C. DFAS-POCC/DE indicated that based on circumstances of the applicant’s discharge, an enlistment bonus recoupent of $10,147.23 was required. ___________________________________________________________________ The following members of the Board considered this application in Executive Session on 13 November 2002, under the provisions of AFI...
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2002-00224
Additionally, he provided character statements, but no facts warranting an upgrade of his discharge. On 31 October 2002, the Board staff requested the applicant provide post- service documentation within fourteen (14) days. Exhibit B.
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2002-00233
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: 02-00233 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: YES _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His Total Federal Commissioned Service Date (TFCSD) of 19 October 1973 be adjusted to 30 December 1974 so that his Mandatory Separation Date (MSD) can be extended until 1 January 2005. The ARPC/DPA evaluation, with attachments, is at Exhibit...
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2002-00291
He had completed a total of 12 years, 8 months and 18 days and was serving in the grade of airman basic (E-1) at the time of discharge. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: HQ AFLSA/JAJM recommends the application be denied. The record of trial indicates this case was fully litigated.
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2002-00326
This was the first time he was informed that the pension was service-connected and not for disability. The applicant asserts he is entitled to receive a pension for having completed 25 combat missions. There is information available to us indicating that members assigned to the 8th Air Force during the period 1942 to 1944 could be recommended for award of the Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC) based on the completion of 25 missions in a heavy bomber.
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2002-00370
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: 02-00370 INDEX CODE: 107.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: The Air Force Commendation Medal (AFCM) awarded for the period 23 Mar 98 to 16 Jul 01, which was revoked, be reinstated. A completely new recommendation package would need to be submitted, with the inclusive dates of her tour at Moody...
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2002-00384
The AFPC/DPPAE evaluation is at Exhibit C. The BCMR Medical Consultant also reviewed this application and is of the opinion that no change in the records is warranted. Following a medical workup and reviews by the Medical Board and the IPEB, it was determined that he was unfit to perform his duties. In view of the foregoing and absent persuasive evidence indicating the reports of the applicant’s symptoms and their affects on his ability to perform his duties were erroneous, or showing the...
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2002-00418
DPPTR believes that to provide him additional time to terminate his SBP coverage would be inequitable to other retirees in similar situations and is not justified by the facts (see Exhibit B). _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT: The applicant be notified that the evidence presented did not demonstrate the existence of probable material error or injustice; that the application was denied without a personal appearance; and that the...
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2002-00516
_________________________________________________________________ STATEMENT OF FACTS: The relevant facts pertaining to this application, extracted from the applicant's military records, are contained in the letter prepared by the appropriate office of the Air Force at Exhibit B. DPS states that both election packages were mailed to the address he had on file and neither was returned because of an erroneous address. We took notice of the applicant's complete submission in judging the merits...
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2002-00532
_________________________________________________________________ STATEMENT OF FACTS: The relevant facts pertaining to this application, extracted from the applicant’s military records, are contained in the letter prepared by the appropriate office of the Air Force at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFLSA/JAJM recommends the application be denied and states, in part, that the applicant’s contentions are without merit and the...
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2002-00536
AFBCMR 02-00536 INDEX NUMBER: 112.07 MEMORANDUM OF CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION BEFORE THE AFBCMR SUBJECT: XXXXXXXXXXXXX, XXX-XX-XXXX Having carefully reviewed this application, we agree with the recommendation of the Air Force office of primary responsibility and adopt the rationale expressed as the basis for our decision that the applicant has been the victim of either an error or an injustice. Therefore, under the authority delegated in AFI 36- 2603, the applicant's records will be...
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2002-00555
_________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: At the time he received the RCSBP election package he did not know whether he was going to retire or not. _________________________________________________________________ STATEMENT OF FACTS: The relevant facts pertaining to this application, extracted from the applicant's military records, are contained in the letter prepared by the appropriate office of the Air Force (Exhibit C). After a thorough...
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2002-00615
His records be corrected to reflect award of the Special Experience Identifier (SEI) for Stinger Missiles to Security Police Personnel, and the United States Air Force (USAF) Missile Badge. They indicated that the applicant was not eligible for any Navy marksmanship awards, as he was not on active duty with the Navy; he was in the Air Force. Since the applicant was on active duty in the Air Force, he would not be authorized to wear another service’s devices on awards earned while in the...
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2002-00640
_________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPPTR states since the applicant did not submit his request to disenroll from SBP in writing they cannot confirm his allegation that he tried to contact DFAS. To provide the applicant additional time to disenroll from SBP would be unfair to other retirees in similar situations. As of this date, no response has been received by this office (Exhibit C).
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2002-00666
After reviewing the applicant’s record, there is no record of the applicant out-processing the unit in August 1999. If the decision is to grant the relief sought, the member‘s record should be corrected to show he out processed the XXXFS in August 1999, any debt should be deleted for SGLI and derogatory comments on the member’s credit report concerning indebtedness should be removed. JOSEPH G. DIAMOND Panel Chair AFBCMR 02-00666 MEMORANDUM FOR THE CHIEF OF STAFF Having received and...
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2002-00667
At the very least the retiree should be given the opportunity to accept or decline further SBP enrollment when the new spouse is enrolled in DEERS. In support of his appeal, the applicant submitted a letter from his spouse, his retiree account statements (dated 11 and 24 January 2002), and a letter from DFAS. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR STAFF EVALUATION: Through his member of Congress, applicant provided a personal statement,...
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2002-00677
Therefore, under the authority delegated in AFI 36-2603, the applicant's records will be corrected as set forth in the accompanying Memorandum for the Chief of Staff signed by the Executive Director or his designee. Members of the Board Mr. Michael K. Gallogly, Mr. Robert S. Boyd, and Mr. John B. Hennessey considered this application on November 20, 2002. MICHAEL K. GALLOGLY Panel Chair Attachment: Ltr, HQ AFPC/DPB, dtd October 9, 2002, with attachment AFBCMR 02-00677 INDEX CODE:...
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2002-00685
After a thorough review of the evidence presented, it appears that the applicant did not receive adequate information by Military Personnel Flight (MPF) representatives regarding the ramifications to his future Selective Reenlistment Bonus (SRB) entitlements imposed by a reenlistment. __________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT: The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air Force relating to APPLICANT be corrected to show...
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2002-00702
_________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: HQ AFPC/DPPPE states the ERAB denied the applicant's appeal based on no evidence of coercion-evaluators are encouraged to discuss disagreements before finalizing a report; also, based on the limited space on the form, it is the responsibility of the evaluator to determine what information goes in the report; and lastly, his additional rater provided sufficient rationale as to why a...
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2002-00725
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: 02-00725 INDEX CODE: 110.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His Under Other Than Honorable Conditions discharge be upgraded to honorable. He received three honorable discharges for his prior active duty time. Pursuant to the Board’s request, the Federal Bureau of Investigation provided an...
AF | BCMR | CY2002 | BC-2002-00733
Applicant’s complete submission, with attachment, is at Exhibit A. On 7 July 2000, applicant signed a SGLV 8286 stating that he does not want insurance at this time. We took notice of the applicant's complete submission in judging the merits of the case; however, we agree with the opinion and recommendation of the Air Staff and adopt their rationale as the basis for our conclusion that the applicant has not been the victim of an error or injustice.